Author Feature :
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Chetan Bhagat |
About the author :
Chetan Bhagat is one of the most widely read and loved authors in India. He was born on 22 April 1974 in New Delhi. An engineer and management graduate by education, he studied at IIT Delhi and then completed his MBA from IIM Ahmedabad. After working in investment banking for a few years, he left his job to pursue writing full-time.
Bhagat became famous with his debut novel "Five Point Someone" in 2004, which was based on life at IIT. His writing is known for its simple language, emotional depth, and relatability to Indian youth. His stories usually revolve around love, friendship, dreams, struggles, education, and social issues. Most of his books are bestsellers and are especially popular among college students and young adults.
Some of his most famous novels include "2 States", "Half Girlfriend", "Revolution 2020", "The Girl in Room 105", and "400 Days". Many of his books have been adapted into successful Bollywood films, like 3 Idiots (based on Five Point Someone), 2 States, and Kai Po Che.
Chetan Bhagat is also a motivational speaker, columnist, and social commentator. He writes opinion columns in newspapers on topics like youth, politics, and education. He has also published non-fiction books like "What Young India Wants" and "India Positive", where he expresses his thoughts about the country’s future.
Though he has received criticism from some literary circles, Bhagat continues to be loved by millions for his realistic storytelling and motivational tone. His work has played a major role in making English novels popular among middle-class Indian readers.